Reduce Ethernet speed for better performance or compatibility.
Reduce Ethernet speed for better performance or compatibility.
Yes, you can reduce the speed from 1Gbps to 100Mbps using software settings on your existing cables.
Search results for "windows set ethernet speed" on StarTech indicate guidance on adjusting network speeds via Windows settings.
Only allow a dropdown to 100 Mbps—remaining functionality remains valuable. If the goal is discipline, lower it to 5 Mbps or less.
It seems like you're dealing with an advanced NIC configuration in UEFI. To see network interface details, switch to classic mode. The connection uses half-duplex at 10 MBps—meaning only data sent or received can pass simultaneously, with a maximum throughput of 1,000 Kbps. This is significantly faster than dial-up. You might also restrict incoming bandwidth on your Wi-Fi router, though this could apply to all connections. Adjusting DNS settings to services like Pi-hole or NextDNS can help manage and monitor traffic. For Windows, consider using the IPv6 address and disabling IPv4 in adapter properties so it relies solely on NextDNS. This setup lets you inspect visited sites and block undesirable content.